Improving treatment pathways for chronic pain and opioid use disorder
Wake Forest IMPOWR Dissemination Education and Coordination Center (IDEA-CC)
This study is looking at how to improve care for people dealing with chronic pain and opioid use disorder by figuring out how Medicaid policies affect their treatment options, so they can get the best help possible.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Wake Forest University Health Sciences NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Winston-Salem, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10866836 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on creating better assessment and treatment pathways for individuals suffering from chronic pain and opioid use disorder. It aims to understand how to effectively translate findings from the IMPOWR network into clinical practice, particularly by examining Medicaid coverage and reimbursement policies across different states. By analyzing these policies, the research seeks to identify gaps in care that may hinder the implementation of evidence-based treatments for patients with co-morbid conditions. The project will leverage data infrastructure and expertise to enhance the delivery of behavioral health and counseling services.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals diagnosed with chronic pain and opioid use disorder who are seeking integrated treatment options.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have chronic pain or opioid use disorder may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved access to effective treatments for patients with chronic pain and opioid use disorder.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that addressing policy variations can lead to improved healthcare access and outcomes, indicating potential success for this approach.
Where this research is happening
Winston-Salem, United States
- Wake Forest University Health Sciences — Winston-Salem, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Adams, Meredith C. B. — Wake Forest University Health Sciences
- Study coordinator: Adams, Meredith C. B.
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.